12-Day Kenya’s Untamed Wilderness & Wildlife Safari
Overview
Experience the best of Kenya’s wilderness and landscapes with a journey blending iconic wildlife conservancies and immersive countryside experiences. Traverse the untamed Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and the secluded Mara Naboisho Conservancy, home to black rhinos, rare Grevy’s zebra, and dramatic wildebeest migrations.
Your adventure includes a stay at a charming, working farm in the Laikipia region, offering insight into sustainable agriculture and the tranquil life of rural Kenya. Alongside thrilling game drives and scenic bush walks, the itinerary balances cultural encounters, conservation insights, and farm-to-table dining, crafting a truly enriching Kenyan safari experience.
Day 1 :
Arrival in Nairobi | 1 Night
Location: Nairobi, Kenya Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your private Nenkai Expeditions guide for a transfer to Hemingways Nairobi, a luxurious plantation-style retreat in the leafy Karen suburb. Unwind with garden views or consider a half-day tour to the Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum, or a local Maasai bead market. The evening ends with a fine dining experience at the Brasserie, where you’ll enjoy African-inspired flavors and carefully selected wines.
Accommodation: Hemingways Nairobi (Bed & Breakfast)
Day 2 -4 :
Wilderness Safari at Lewa Conservancy | 3 Nights
Location: Lewa Wildlife Conservancy After breakfast, transfer to Wilson Airport for a scenic flight to Lewa Downs. At Lewa Wilderness Lodge, settle into your thatched cottage and begin your safari adventure across Lewa’s expansive 62,000-acre conservancy. Explore on foot or by vehicle, encountering black rhinos, Grevy’s zebras, and elephants. Take an optional biplane tour for an aerial perspective or join local rangers on anti-poaching patrols. Evenings are for relaxing by the infinity pool and enjoying open-air dining under the stars.
Accommodation: Lewa Wilderness Lodge (Full Board)
Day 5-7 :
Experience Farm Life in Laikipia | 3 Nights
Location: Olepangi Farm, Laikipia Following breakfast, transfer to Olepangi Farm for a unique stay in the lush Laikipia countryside. Discover life on a working farm, participate in sustainable agriculture activities, and enjoy organic farm-to-table cuisine. Start the day with yoga, then experience hands-on activities such as milking cows, picking herbs,
or baking fresh bread with homemade butter. Afternoons can be spent horseback riding or pampering yourself with relaxing spa treatments.
Accommodation: Olepangi Farm (Full Board)
Day 8-10 :
Maasai Mara & Wildebeest Migration | 3 Nights
Location: Mara Naboisho Conservancy A morning flight from Nanyuki brings you to Naboisho Conservancy, bordering the famous Maasai Mara. Naboisho Camp offers luxury tented accommodations amid the Mara’s rolling plains. Game drives offer sightings of lions, cheetahs, elephants, and, in season, the Great Wildebeest Migration. Nights are for stargazing, guided night drives, and optional hot-air balloon safaris, offering unparalleled views of the Mara’s wildlife and landscapes.
Accommodation: Naboisho Camp (Full Board)
Day 11 :
Day 11: Final Morning Game Drive & Farewell
Location: Naboisho Conservancy, Maasai Mara Enjoy a last morning in the Mara before transferring to the airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi. Upon arrival at Wilson Airport, a driver will meet you for a transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your Kenyan wilderness adventure.
Included
- 10 nights of luxury accommodation
- Meals as per itinerary
- Lewa Wilderness Lodge: Game Package
- Olepangi Farm: Full board
- Naboisho Camp: Full board
- Scheduled activities and conservation fees
- All transfers and domestic flights
- 24/7 support during the trip
Excluded
- International flights and taxes
- Travel visas (assistance available)
- Personal items, travel insurance, tips